Sentence Order

Each word in a sentence has a function. When put in the correct order, the words carry out their function, and the sentence makes sense. Example: The children play. This is a basic sentence, otherwise known as a simple sentence. Simple sentences have at least one noun and one verb. Nouns and verbs are classifiedContinue reading "Sentence Order"

The Moving Parts of Early Decoding Skills Simplified

Many early childhood students struggle to master this fundamental literacy skill—Decoding. But how do we know if our students have mastered this skill that will later prepare them for real reading readiness? Ask yourself these four elementary questions: 1. Can my students translate phonemes to graphemes? 2. Can my students isolate the position of soundsContinue reading "The Moving Parts of Early Decoding Skills Simplified"

Manipulatives, the heartbeat to early STEM education-three fun tools to drop in your lessons!

Maths is perhaps one of the most challenging early years skills to master for little learners. It's the little ones’ ‘big trouble’, and no wonder—it's as abstract as learning concepts get. But it doesn't have to be. Here are three fun tools that early childhood educators can use to crunch the numbers and build strongContinue reading "Manipulatives, the heartbeat to early STEM education-three fun tools to drop in your lessons!"

Reading War

Have you been tangled in the web of the Reading War? Did you know, many parents and educators have found themselves in a literacy conundrum? Is this true in your case? Despite having invested countless hours reading with your little learners, do you still struggle to master teaching them the art of reading or achieving earlyContinue reading "Reading War"